Italy. A Medal For The Italian Independence Wars And Unification 1865 GTRexclude in nickel and gilded brass

in nickel and gilded brass

black numerals and gradations on the inset clock

marked in green with the stylized SS runes above "Allach"

hallmarked and maker marked "WILM

the reverse with a central blue enameled medallion with a royal crown and the royal monogram of Adolph George in gold

Italy. A Medal For The Italian Independence Wars And Unification 1865 GTRexclude in nickel and gilded brassIn silver, engraver marked ""S. J."" (Stefano Johnson of Milan) on the obverse, 32. 5 mm, original ribbon with pinback, near extremely fine. Footnote: The Medal for the Italian Independence Wars and Unification was instituted on March 4, 1865 by Royal Decree No. 2174 and awarded to those who took part in war campaigns for the independence of Italy. This medal replaced all other previously granted medals, except the Crimea, St. Helena, Napoleonic